Executive FP&A Lead, Law Firm Strategy & Forecasting

J&T Business Consulting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager (Law Firm) in Philadelphia, reporting to the Director of Finance and Data Analytics. This hands-on role focuses on complex modeling, forecasting, rate and profitability analysis, and executive-level presentation support for leadership.

The position requires 7+ years in FP&A within professional services, advanced Excel and modeling skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a professional services FP&A role.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling; independent model development.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership with financial narratives.
• Experience with large, complex data sets and BI tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Independently build and maintain complex financial models for revenue forecasting, cost analysis, cash flow planning, rate analysis, profitability, and scenario modeling.
• Develop revenue forecasts using historical trends, matter activity, staffing, and drivers.
• Support lateral partner analyses, modeling revenue, compensation, staffing, expenses, profitability and cash flow.
• Prepare executive-ready analyses and presentations for firm leadership with clear implications and actions.
• Analyze hours, rates, realization, leverage, and market trends to inform planning and strategy.
• Collaborate with BI and finance to leverage data sources and reporting tools with sound judgment.
• Translate data into practical insights for planning, pricing, staffing, and investment decisions.
• Conduct expense, headcount, compensation, and cost analyses to support budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist with annual budget, forecasts, long-range planning, and leadership-facing materials.
• Respond to senior leadership requests by framing issues, gathering data, and communicating findings.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Executive reporting

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/IS/STEM

MBA preferred

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Python

SSMS

Elite

Aderant

Excel

Job description

Dechert is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager (Law Firm) in Philadelphia, reporting to the Director of Finance and Data Analytics. This hands-on role focuses on complex modeling, forecasting, rate and profitability analysis, and executive-level presentation support for leadership.

The position requires 7+ years in FP&A within professional services, advanced Excel and modeling skills, and strong communication.